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Lakers sign F Reeves Nelson.

Nelson will get a one-year deal (non-guaranteed) with a chance to make the team. It's going to be tough for him to crack the final roster, but Nelson's signing may be an indication that second-round pick Darius Johnson-Odom, who remains unsigned, is nowhere near a lock to stick with the team. Thu, Sep 6, 2012 09:10:00 AM

Ex-UCLA forward Reeves Nelson will receive a training camp invite from the Lakers.

Nelson will sign a one-year, non-guaranteed contract that could be worth approximately $700,000 if he makes the team. The Los Angeles Times believes he's a "long shot" to make the club, and it will be interesting to see how he does given his checkered history. Nelson had seven points and 11 rebounds in the Lakers' final summer league game. Wed, Sep 5, 2012 08:30:00 AM

Depth Charts

D'Angelo Russell (knee) went through full-court non-contact work and 5-on-0 drills on Friday.

He is still out for Friday, but he has a chance for Sunday. Coach Luke Walton wants Russell to go through some "live and competitive" workouts with more cutting and fighting over screens, so Russell isn't cleared for games yet. He did say he's feeling good, so Russell has a good chance to play either Sunday or Monday. Red-hot Lou Williams may take a hit while the other guards also see a drop off.

Jose Calderon (right hamstring strain) is expected to be sidelined for 2-4 weeks.

An MRI confirmed the diagnosis as the bad luck continues to pile up on the Lakers. Marcelo Huertas could end up moving into the starting lineup until D'Angelo Russell (knee) is able to return, as coach Luke Walton prefers to keep Lou Williams and Jordan Clarkson with the second unit. Brandon Ingram should also have the ball in his hands a bit more moving forward.

Nick Young (calf) went through a full shootaround and remains out against the Suns on Friday.

He's on track to beat his timetable and could even play on Monday. Coach Luke Walton said he wants to see Young go through a competitive practice before he's cleared for games, so there is still another step for Uncle P. Upon his return, Luol Deng and some of the guards could take a small hit. Young is a borderline add in 12-team leagues.